Use these quick writing starters to get the brain ticking over. These are best used as a timed activity with students given a short amount of time 10-15 minutes to work on their writing. No worrying about spelling, the focus of these tasks is to get the ideas flowing and down onto paper. Group sharing of ideas is an important and integral part of this process. Students may be encouraged to work further on one of these ideas. Use the dice template for a different variation of characters settings and problems with a multitude of combinations. Best printed on heavy card stock or laminated for durability.

A small sample of some of the great graphic organiser which are just a small part of the larger collection of printable resources in my 'Ultimate Relief teaching Survival Kit' Print these off to use to plan, summarise, brainstorm or use on the IWB with the smart ink tools to help work collaboratively with the students, so that they get the idea to fill in their own worksheets. Space has been left for you to fill in your own topic for each worksheet. The original book has over 570 pages, an incredibly thorough resource for any Substitute or relieving teacher. Enjoy this free version and I hope that they are a welcome addition to your teaching kit.

A collection of multiple choice of activities that you can use with any class to differentiate any spelling list. The activities are based on Multiple Intelligences so there will be an activity that appeals to most students in your classes, while practicing their spelling words.

Use these quick writing starters to get the brain ticking over. These are best used as a timed activity with students given a short amount of time 1-15 minutes to work on their writing. No worrying about spelling, the focus of these tasks is to get the ideas flowing and down onto paper. Group sharing of ideas is an important and integral part of this process. Students may be encouraged to work further on one of these ideas. Use the dice template for a different variation of characters settings and problems with a multitude of combinations. Best printed on heavy card stock or laminated for durability.

Make the days leading up to Christmas memorable and engaging with our Christmas Advent Calendar Quiz! This resource is a delightful blend of holiday spirit and educational excitement, designed for primary students. With 24 carefully crafted questions and answer options, each day brings a new opportunity for festive learning and joyous exploration. Key Features: Festive Learning: Infuse your classroom with the magic of Christmas as students open a new window each day to discover a holiday-themed question. From traditions and movies to songs and folklore, this quiz covers a delightful array of Christmas topics. Interactive Exploration: Each question comes with four answer options, encouraging critical thinking and engaging students in a fun and educational decision-making process. It’s a fantastic way to foster a love for learning during the holiday season. Versatility: Suitable for a wide range of primary grades, the questions are crafted to cater to diverse learning levels. The resource is adaptable for individual or group activities, making it a versatile addition to your festive lesson plans. Why Choose Our Christmas Advent Calendar Quiz? Holiday Joy: Transform the countdown to Christmas into a daily celebration of knowledge and joy. The festive questions and interactive format keep students excited about learning. ‍ Easy Implementation: Effortlessly integrate this resource into your daily routine. Simply display each question on your interactive whiteboard or print the calendar for a tangible countdown in the classroom. Critical Thinking: Encourage critical thinking skills with thought-provoking questions that inspire curiosity and discussion. Students will eagerly anticipate each day’s new discovery. Educational Fun: Combine the joy of the season with educational exploration. This resource offers a perfect balance of holiday cheer and learning engagement. Celebrate the magic of Christmas in your classroom with our Christmas Advent Calendar Quiz. Watch as your students embark on a daily journey of festive learning, curiosity, and holiday cheer!

Spread the Joy with this Christmas Letter Writing Activity! Unlock the magic of the season in your classroom with our delightful Christmas Letter Writing Activity. This engaging and heartwarming experience allows students to express their holiday wishes and creativity through personalized letters to Santa or loved ones. Here’s how to make the most of this festive activity: Setting Up the Activity: Provide Variety: Offer a selection of diverse templates, each adorned with festive designs and themes. From letters to Santa to heartfelt notes to family and friends, cater to different preferences and occasions. Materials Needed: Ensure students have access to writing materials, including pens, pencils, markers, and any additional decorations or embellishments for their letters. Introduction to the Activity: Begin by introducing the Christmas Letter Writing Activity to your students. Share the purpose of the activity - a chance for them to share their holiday wishes, express gratitude, and showcase their unique writing styles. Encouraging Creativity: Freedom of Expression: Emphasize that this is a space for creativity. Encourage students to infuse their personalities into their letters, whether it’s through drawings, colors, or heartfelt words. Provide Inspiration: Share examples or prompts to spark their imagination. Discuss the elements that make a great Christmas letter - warm wishes, expressions of gratitude, and, of course, a touch of holiday magic. Flexible Use: Individual or Group Activity: Adapt the activity based on your classroom dynamics. Students can work individually to craft personal letters or collaborate on group projects, fostering teamwork and social interaction. Incorporate Technology: If available, consider integrating technology by allowing students to type and print their letters or even send them electronically to Santa or loved ones. Display Showcase: Create a festive display area where completed letters can be showcased. This not only adds a decorative touch to your classroom but also allows students to take pride in their creations. Share the Joy: Encourage students to share their letters with classmates or even organize a letter exchange. This promotes a sense of community and the joy of giving during the holiday season. Why Choose this Christmas Letter Writing Activity?

Ease your students into the Christmas season with this activity book which gives them plenty of opportunity to keep busy before the upcoming celebrations. *Symmetrical cutting *Color by code *Design an ugly jumper *Count and color *Dot to dot *Coloring *Snow Globe *Letter to Santa

Do you need a last minute easy prep activity for your students for a special event day like Mothers’, Fathers’ days or Christmas.? These gift vouchers have special relevance for those receiving them as they really come from the heart . Before embarking on the project encourage the children to visualise the person who will be receiving the gift voucher. What do they really love? What do they always ask you to do for them? (It would be nice to do something without being asked) What are you able to do to help them How do you think they are going to feel when they receive these wonderful treats? It is so very important to make sure that the students understand their role in this activity. They must be prepared to follow through with their promise…no questions asked. Don’t put in vouchers for things that you are unable to do (eg mowing the lawn) •You may like to print off the color versions so that your students can either cut around them individually and then staple into a booklet or cut around them in pairs and then made into a booklet. •Create a blank cover for the booklets which has your students’ personalised design on it, or you may choose to use the ones provided in the resource. This is for use by one teacher in one classroom. If you would like to share with your colleagues, PLEASE purchase a multiple license. Thank you :) •Blank sheets are provided for students to create their own gift vouchers if they would like to add some additional ones. •Can be used for a variety of celebration days eg Mother and Fathers’ days, Christmas, teacher appreciation. Other suggested gift ideas: Walk the dog, weed the garden, water the garden, clean the blinds, wash the car, wash the bath, make lunches or a meal, pick a bunch of flowers, go for a walk together…have a brainstorming session with your kiddos and see what they come up with. Suitable for a wide range of students to use. This is for use by one teacher in one classroom. If you would like to share with your colleagues, PLEASE purchase a multiple license. Thank you :)

Transform your classroom into a realm of whimsy and decision-making excitement with our dynamic and interactive “Would You Rather” PowerPoint! This engaging resource is designed to be displayed on your interactive whiteboard, turning ordinary moments into extraordinary opportunities for imagination and choice. You will receive an POWERPOINT show and a PDF printable version so that you could use these as task cards if that suits your needs Key Features: Vibrant Visuals: Captivate the attention of your students with visually appealing slides featuring fun and friendly illustrations. The lively colors and playful design create an inviting atmosphere, setting the stage for an interactive adventure. 30 Pairs of Dilemmas: Explore 30 thought-provoking “Would You Rather” dilemmas. From fantastical scenarios to everyday choices, each pair of questions sparks curiosity, laughter, and animated discussions. Interactive Whiteboard Magic: Seamlessly navigate through the PowerPoint on your interactive whiteboard. The interactive features allow students to make their choices by selecting options directly on the board, fostering active participation.

Ignite Classroom Excitement with our Interactive Categories Game! Add a splash of fun to your classroom with our lively and engaging Categories Game! This interactive resource is designed to captivate students with 10 thrilling rounds, a dynamic spinner for letter selection, and a 1-minute timer to keep the excitement flowing. for those end-of-semester moments when you need a burst of energy. THIS GAME COMES AS A POWERPOINT SHOW- it is not editable, but will open as soon as you click on it. Works on any devices that support PowerPoints in show mode. Key Highlights: Ten Entertaining Rounds: Dive into a variety of categories with 10 rounds of captivating gameplay. From geography to animals, this game offers a delightful mix of challenges that keep students on their toes. Interactive Spinner: Spin your way to excitement with the interactive spinner. The element of chance adds an extra layer of fun, making each round unpredictable and engaging. 1-Minute Timer: Keep the energy high with the built-in 1-minute timer for each round. The race against time adds a sense of urgency and turns every category into a thrilling challenge.

Bring the festive spirit into your classroom with our engaging Christmas Barrier Game – a holiday twist on a classic favorite! This interactive and inclusive activity is designed to promote communication skills, critical thinking, and loads of yuletide joy among your students. How to Play: Each player receives a captivating game board adorned with cheerful Christmas scenes. Cut out the delightful game pieces featuring a cast of festive characters. Select a character, and the challenge begins! Place a clipboard between you and your partner, adding an extra layer of mystery and excitement. Dive into the holiday spirit by asking strategic questions to unveil your opponent’s character. Is it Santa Claus? A mischievous elf? The guessing game unfolds! Through a clever process of elimination, cover the characters with counters until you triumphantly guess your opponent’s character. Why Choose our Christmas Barrier Game? Festive Fun: Infuse the holiday season into your lessons with this Christmas-themed barrier game. Develop Critical Skills: Enhance communication, deduction, and problem-solving skills in an engaging and festive context. Inclusive Play: Perfect for group activities, fostering collaboration and friendly competition. Low-Prep Excitement: Ready to play in minutes! Just cut, set up, and watch the joy unfold.

Engage Your Students with a Fun Christmas-Themed PowerPoint Grammar Game Are you looking for an exciting way to test your students’ knowledge of parts of speech at the end of the year? This PowerPoint Grammar Game with a Christmas theme is the perfect solution. This engaging educational activity is designed to make learning fun and interactive. Let’s dive into the details. This PowerPoint Grammar Game has 20 questions that challenge students’ understanding of various parts of speech. These questions are carefully crafted to reinforce grammar concepts. Students can play independently, in small groups, or as part of a team. This flexibility ensures that the game can be integrated seamlessly into various classroom settings. To motivate students and keep them engaged each time a student answers a question correctly, they receive a digital reward. This gamification element adds an extra layer of excitement to the learning process. I understand that teachers are busy, so we’ve made sure that this PowerPoint Grammar Game requires no prep work. Simply download the game and start playing. It’s compatible with any devices that support PowerPoint shows, making it accessible for both teachers and students. The game is self-correcting, which means that students receive immediate feedback on their answers. This feature promotes independent learning and allows students to track their progress.

Do you need a last minute easy prep activity for your students for a special event day like Mothers’, Fathers’ days or Christmas.? These gift vouchers have special relevance for those receiving them as they really come from the heart . Before embarking on the project encourage the children to visualise the person who will be receiving the gift voucher. What do they really love? What do they always ask you to do for them? (It would be nice to do something without being asked) What are you able to do to help them How do you think they are going to feel when they receive these wonderful treats? It is so very important to make sure that the students understand their role in this activity. They must be prepared to follow through with their promise…no questions asked. Don’t put in vouchers for things that you are unable to do (eg mowing the lawn) •You may like to print off the color versions so that your students can either cut around them individually and then staple into a booklet or cut around them in pairs and then made into a booklet. •Create a blank cover for the booklets which has your students’ personalised design on it, or you may choose to use the ones provided in the resource.

12 Emoji Themed Prompt Cards make guided reading fun This resource includes 12 eye-catching prompt cards for during guided reading. These prompt cards will increase student engagement and foster comprehension during reading. Do you find yourself helping your students to much when they stumble in reading? Constantly monitoring for our students when they make errors in reading can diminish a student’s confidence in themselves as readers when our goal is for students to can problem solve on their own at error. These prompt cards are perfect tools to help you. They are designed for the beginning reader; however, can be effective for older students who continue to struggle at lower levels of reading. Prompting areas include:​ Re reading to check meaning Checking to see if reading makes sense Chunking Looking at initial sounds Reading fluency Expressive reading Does reading look and sound right? Using all sources of information including pictures Self monitoring for errors Noticing Punctuation Fixing mistakes at point of error Thinking about the story and content You will receive 1 PDF Printing Tips •These cards are best printed onto card stock and laminated in order to for your students to be able to refer to them as needed throughout the year. •If you would like to use color printing but save on ink, then why not print 4 to a sheet? These will easily fit into a pencil case or on desks without taking up too much space. •For Student reference, these can be printed, laminated and put onto a key ring for easy reference

Do you sometimes need a cross section of activities that cover a wide range of subject areas? Are you asked to complete activities in computer time? This resource is ideal for use bu a substitute or relief teacher who needs an easy no prep activity to keep a class engaged in meaningful learning, while covering the key learning strands of the curriculum Included in this pack is a printable PDF and PowerPoint which can be used on the IWB or on individual computers making it ideal for distance learning Included in the pack: Art activity Math problem solving Brain teasers Number Puzzles English writing activity Fitness activityA checklist is included at the end of the presentation for students to complete and hand in to be marked by the teacher.

Teaching Suggestions •Show your students images of different objects. •Next to each word is a list of three ‘banned’ words •Children must describe the object without using any of the given words. •There is a 2-minute timer on each page to add some excitement to the activity. •NO HAND GESTURES OR MIMING ALLOWED •This can be played in teams, or with single players. •Ideal for use with second language learners, to encourage using a wider vocabulary and to speak clearly and succinctly to the group. •This makes for a perfect lesson filler, introductory ice breaker or as a brain break in your classes. •You have been provided with a PDF and PowerPoint version of the game so that it can be printed off onto cards and used for individual students to look at yet hide from their peers. •The PowerPoint version can be used on a variety of devices or on the IWB. ( the rest of the class need to turn away from the board while the image of the object is shown). Students can then click on the timer which is the prompt for the rest of the class to turn around and begin guessing what the object may be from the clues given by the student chosen to be the ‘describer’. This is for use by one teacher in one classroom. If you would like to share with your colleagues, PLEASE purchase a multiple license. Thank you :)

Sensory details include sight, sound, touch, smell, and taste. Writers employ the five senses to engage a reader’s interest. If you want your writing to jump off the page, then bring your reader into the world you are creating. When describing a past event, try and remember what you saw, heard, touched, smelled, and tasted, then incorporate that into your writing. Sensory details are used in any great story, literary or not. Think about your favourite movie or video game. What types of sounds and images are used? What do your favorite characters taste, smell, and touch? Without sensory details, stories would fail to come to life. When sensory details are used, your readers can personally experience whatever you’re trying to describe, reminding them of their own experiences, giving your writing a universal feel. A universal quality is conveyed when the writer can personally connect with the readers. Another note about sensory details: there is no one sense that’s more important than another. It all depends on the scene you’re trying to create. However, imagery, the sight sense, is a common feature in vivid writing. You will receive a zip file containing a PDF and PowerPoint version of this resource. Each image is presented in A full page image A full page image with sensory prompts Planning Template Draft writing Template Lined Paper Suggested word examples for each part of speech

Start the year with this fun getting to know you Bunting which can be added to throughout the year. Get to know your students as they add Facts about themselves What their favorite things are Self Portraits A letter to their teacher Their thoughts about school What each student would like to learn throughout the year and how best to support them. Students cut out each of the triangles which make up the display, Staple them together Color in their Kid Topper Glue it to the top to be displayed around the room Write a letter to their new teacher at the start and finish of the school year as a reflection activity which serves as both a keepsake and a momento of their term with you as their teacher. (US and UK/AUS spelling versions included) This is a fun activity to do with your students at the beginning of a new school year! They look fabulous when they are displayed together around the room! You could also do this activity if you’re a relief/substitute teacher, since you want to build relationships with the students! The students love it when you want to learn more about them! A nice display to show their regular teacher when they return This is for use by one teacher in one classroom. If you would like to share with your colleagues, PLEASE purchase a multiple license. Thank you :)

Narrative writing with a twist Bring your narrative story writing to ‘life’ with this set of Spooky themed story templates. This set comprises 8 different scenes, a set of suggested characters, and a narrative scaffold all in one. As students work on their scenes and choose the characters, they are encouraged to think of the story line and make notes in the columns on either side of the template Characters Setting Useful nouns Useful adjectives Useful verbs Useful adverbs Introduction Problem Resolution Ending Plenty of room for students to write their final draft in the space provided. Then follow the instructions in the pack to create their own 3D presentation of their story. This activity encourages collaboration, and discussion of character and story development. Suitable for a range of ages. What people are saying about this resource. Thank-you for a great resource. I used this to help plan our narrative writing unit this term and it linked in well with Halloween at the time. This was a neat experience for my 5th graders. Students enjoyed presenting their stories this way.

A fun fast thinking game for children of all ages. Think against the clock…use a stopwatch, or IWB timer…set it to 1 seconds, and see if your students can complete the challenges in the time limit given. 7 slides altogether Here are some examples •name 5 fruits •name 5 things heavier than a brick •5 things that are blue •5 things that can fly …check out the preview video and preview for more ideas If you like this product you may also like these